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    Dartzeel rules my TADs

    I switched back to Dartzeel from my other gear and I have to admit - Dartzeel rules my TADs. The overall listening experience is wonderful. There's nothing fancy. Nothing stands out in an objectionable way and the music flows. Detail and nuance without being harsh. A very natural presentation. Highly recommended.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Happy for u. I believe magic happens when speakers are mated with the right amp. Critical pairing.

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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Thanks Darrin. I know your journey was a long road as well but I'm glad you found some great gear. I need to hear your combo someday. I bet it's wonderful.
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    Come on up to Portland. Fine wine and cheese, burgers on the grill and lots of music!

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    That would be awesome. You are definitely on the list. I'd love it.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Joe - you have always said how sweet the DartZeel sound is. Glad you love the combo!

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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Quote Originally Posted by Mike View Post
    Joe - you have always said how sweet the DartZeel sound is. Glad you love the combo!

    Mike
    Every time I go back to it, I feel at home with it.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    That must be one special amp.You've had, and still have, some top notch amps to listen to in your system. For you to still pick the Dart as the pack leader says something about it. I would love to see the list of amps you've had through there someday...
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    Quote Originally Posted by dlb2 View Post
    That must be one special amp.You've had, and still have, some top notch amps to listen to in your system. For you to still pick the Dart as the pack leader says something about it. I would love to see the list of amps you've had through there someday...
    I don't think we have time Doug. Ha!

    I knew when I first hooked it up, it was wonderful but we (I) always look for better. There is no better, just different.
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    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    I don't think we have time Doug. Ha!

    I knew when I first hooked it up, it was wonderful but we (I) always look for better. There is no better, just different.
    It's a luxury to be able to audition gear long enough for the "different" to wear off and then sit back and return to something you know sounds "right."

    You, my friend, are blessed. Enjoy .

    PS DartZeel is, at the moment, the only amp I'm dying to audition.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    I would have been shocked if it was any other way from reading your thoughts/posts over the last few months.

    Enjoy
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Joe,
    I am glad you are at the end of your quest for now
    Angel

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    Quote Originally Posted by mdkim View Post
    It's a luxury to be able to audition gear long enough for the "different" to wear off and then sit back and return to something you know sounds "right."

    You, my friend, are blessed. Enjoy .

    PS DartZeel is, at the moment, the only amp I'm dying to audition.
    Thank you Michael. I have to hear the Pass Xs amps someday. As long as you play by Dartzeel's rules, meaning fairly benign loads and fairly efficient, you will be rewarded.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    End. . . . . Joe doesn't know that word. He still has a Dag preamp coming.





    Quote Originally Posted by iamhifi View Post
    Joe,
    I am glad you are at the end of your quest for now
    Angel
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    Quote Originally Posted by the professor View Post
    I would have been shocked if it was any other way from reading your thoughts/posts over the last few months.

    Enjoy
    Thanks Jock. I bet the Dart on your D1's (or even D2's) would be a great combo on the Dartzeel as well.

    Quote Originally Posted by iamhifi View Post
    Joe,
    I am glad you are at the end of your quest for now
    Angel
    Thanks Angel,

    It's becoming time to enjoy the music.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    I def want to try out the Dart someday.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    It's becoming time to enjoy the music.
    It will be time soon enough.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Glad to hear it is still rocking, Joe!

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    Quote Originally Posted by the professor View Post
    End. . . . . Joe doesn't know that word. He still has a Dag preamp coming.
    And going?
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Does this mean you have given up on it?

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    And going?
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    Quote Originally Posted by the professor View Post
    Does this mean you have given up on it?
    I should have it soon and I am not sure if I want to crack it open and set it up or not. I am sure it's a wonderful piece. I'm actually very happy with what I have now.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    I understand - makes sense.

    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    I should have it soon and I am not sure if I want to crack it open and set it up or not. I am sure it's a wonderful piece. I'm actually very happy with what I have now.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Joe....Selling it before you buy it is a lot easier.

    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    I should have it soon and I am not sure if I want to crack it open and set it up or not. I am sure it's a wonderful piece. I'm actually very happy with what I have now.

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    Quote Originally Posted by BruceLet View Post
    Joe....Selling it before you buy it is a lot easier.
    Seems like I am learning from you
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Selling before you buy it has their own special support group.

    Buying the same preamp three times in the same 12 month span is a VERY special group!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mike View Post
    Selling before you buy it has their own special support group.

    Buying the same preamp three times in the same 12 month span is a VERY special group!
    The circle of one is complete
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Do you need to take delivery of it? Seems like with how long it took you to get it (and you're still waiting) it could be sent back and shipped to the next person in line.
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    Quote Originally Posted by dlb2 View Post
    Do you need to take delivery of it? Seems like with how long it took you to get it (and you're still waiting) it could be sent back and shipped to the next person in line.
    Oh, I think I'll make good use of it How can I resist.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mike View Post
    Selling before you buy it has their own special support group.

    Buying the same preamp three times in the same 12 month span is a VERY special group!

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    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    Oh, I think I'll make good use of it How can I resist.
    Joe, really glad you are happy with the Dart & TAD combo! I can only imagine! But we're all waiting here for the Dart vs. Dag shootout! I hope that is still in the works?!


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    I'll have to put them to the test. I'm sooooooooo close.
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    Come on Joe, you are just getting your feet wet. There are so many more flavors out there to try. Boulder, Soulution, Constellation, TAD, etc. You know you will enjoy those different flavors even if vanilla is your favorite. It is he journey not the destination.
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    Quote Originally Posted by still-one View Post
    Come on Joe, you are just getting your feet wet. There are so many more flavors out there to try. Boulder, Soulution, Constellation, TAD, etc. You know you will enjoy those different flavors even if vanilla is your favorite. It is he journey not the destination.
    Totally agree!

    Not to mention his new found respect for Goldmund...


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    Quote Originally Posted by socfan12 View Post
    Totally agree!

    Not to mention his new found respect for Goldmund...
    Ok,Ok, Constellation and Goldmund do look very interesting. Hmmmmm. So many choices.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    I switched back to Dartzeel from my other gear and I have to admit - Dartzeel rules my TADs. The overall listening experience is wonderful. There's nothing fancy. Nothing stands out in an objectionable way and the music flows. Detail and nuance without being harsh. A very natural presentation. Highly recommended.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Joe must be sleeping for once since he response in 15 seconds.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Ha!

    John you really need to hear Dartzeel on your TADs. Especially since your Ref Ones are easier to drive than mine.
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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Quote Originally Posted by joeinid View Post
    I should have it soon and I am not sure if I want to crack it open and set it up or not. I am sure it's a wonderful piece. I'm actually very happy with what I have now.
    C'mon Joe

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    Re: Dartzeel rules my TADs

    Joe needs a video blog. He could show equipment and interview people. The Jimmy Kimmel of Audio!

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    Joe needs a video blog. He could show equipment and interview people. The Jimmy Kimmel of Audio!
    I'll be his first guest!
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    I'll be his first guest!
    Mike,

    You'd take up a whole season of Vblogs
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    I think Joe would need a nice young Italian assistant.
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    Quote Originally Posted by dlb2 View Post
    I think Joe would need a nice young Italian assistant.

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